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Home My WebLink AboutCouncil Packet - 6/2/2025 CITYOF qo� << TERLOO IOWA THE CITY COUNCIL OF WATERLOO, IOWA WORK SESSION TO BE HELD AT Harold E. Getty Council Chambers Monday, June 2, 2025 4:10 PM RULES FOR WORK SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT Iowa Code Chapter 21 gives the public the right to attend council meetings, but it does not require cities to allow public participation except during public hearings.The city council shall not receive any public comment during a work session. Roll Call. Agenda, as proposed or amended. Approval of Minutes of the May 19, 2025 Work Session, as proposed or amended. 4:10 p.m. Update from Main Street Waterloo. Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director Approx. 4:30 Update from Grow Cedar Valley. p.m. Submitted by: Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director Approx. 5:00 Discussion of changes to the Fireworks Ordinance. p.m. Submitted by: Quentin Hart, Mayor ADJOURNMENT Kelley Felchle City Clerk Page 1 of 24 May 19, 2025 COUNCIL WORK SESSION Harold E. Getty Council Chambers Roll Call. Members present: Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair. Roll Call: Mr. Boesen, Mr. Nichols, Ms. Creighton-Smith, Mr. Simon, Ms. Wilder and Mr. Feuss. Agenda, as proposed or amended. Nichols/Simon that the agenda as proposed be approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes of the April 21, 2025, Council Work Session, as proposed or amended. Nichols/Simon that the minutes of the April 21, 2025, Council Work Session as proposed be approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Discussion of a sewer rate increase and Waste Management Department update. Bridgett Wood, Finance Director, provided a presentation on the proposed five percent sewer rate increase for FY2026. She commented that this increase would keep us at the lowest of the largest ten communities. Mr. Boesen and Mr. Simon commented on past and future rate increases. Jesse Gaherty, Collection Systems Project Director, shared background on the Consent Decree and an overview of current projects. Brad Manahl, Treatment Operations Supervisor, provided information on the Liquid Improvements/Nutrient Reduction strategy. ADJOURNMENT Boesen/Chiles that the council adjourn at 5:12 p.m. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Kelley Felchle City Clerk Page IofI Page 2 of 24 GROW CedarValley GROW CEDAR VALLEY YEAR-END PRESENTATION JUNE 2, 2025 AGENDA • Introduction Dave Wilson, Grow Cedar Valley Board Chairperson • Economic Development Report Lisa Rivera Skubal, Vice President of Economic Development • Talent and Workforce Report Stephanie Detweiler, Director of Talent and Workforce • General Report and Closing Katy Susong, President and CEO • Q&A 360 Westfield Ave.,Ste.300/Waterloo,IA 50701 319/232.1156 GrowCedarValleycom Page 3 of 24 DECEM BEP • • WATE LOO CITY COUNCIL df General - sembly 1 ! f! A G ROVtf '� h�' CedarValle CONTENTS We're pleased to share our latest updates, highlighting key activities and data related to our collective efforts in economic development, business engagement, and workforce initiatives across the Cedar Valley. These reports are part of our ongoing commitment to transparency, collaboration, and shared success. We hope the information is helpful in understanding how your community fits into broader regional efforts and how Grow Cedar Valley continues to serve as a resource and r partner. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or if there's anything we can do to support your city's goals. Thank you for your continued partnership. Katy Susong, President & CEO 1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 7 TALENT + WORKFORCE BUSINESS RETENTION & 11 NETWORKING & EDUCATION 5 EXPANSION 12 CONNECT WITH GCV 6 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & ADVOCACY office:319-232-1156 Katy Susong katy@growcedarvalley.com PRESIDENTANDCEO 360 Westfield Ave.,Ste.300 Waterloo,IA 50701 GROW CedarValley Page 5 of 24 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EXTERNAL MARKETING DEC 2024-AP P I L 2025 Diversifying the Cedar Valley's economic base strengthens the local economy, attracts new investment, and creates a wider range of job opportunities for our workforce. LEAD GENERATION CALL TRIP - DECEMBER 3-5, 2024 WEST COAST Number of qualified leads: 5 companies visited along with 2 additional meetings with site selection consultants. Number of companies identified: 1,051 Number of resolved records: 325 No interest in meeting: 131 Number of long-term followups: 1 LEAD GENERATION CALL TRIP - FEBRUARY 2025 EAST COAST Number of qualified leads: 4 companies (3 in-person; 1 virtual) visited along with 1 meeting with 2 site selection consultants who have done site selection studies in the past for Target Corporation and APAC in the Cedar Falls/Waterloo. Number of companies identified: 1548 Number of Outreach Attempts (phone &email): 7,917 GROW CITY UPDATE I 1 CerarValley Page 6 of 24 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONTINUED LEAD GENERATION CALL TRIP - FEBRUARY 2025 We are currently engaging with two of the four companies that have active projects. One of those companies has temporarily paused its project to assess how the tariffs may impact business. A conference call was recently held with IEDA Director Debi Durham to determine potential state incentive support for the second company. The next steps include completing a state incentive application and scheduling a company visit to the Cedar Valley. CHICAGO CONSULTANTS VISITS - MARCH 2025 The Cedar Valley Regional Partnership met with 11 site selection consultants. During these conversations, the consultants requested additional information on data center sites, utility capacity and availability, certified industrial parks, and workforce and talent data. As expected, the site selectors were well-informed about the recent changes to Iowa's incentive packages. The CVRP team that participated in the meetings will connect Grow Cedar Valley via email to continue the conversations and provide further information. SELECTUSA - MAY 11-14, 2025 The 2025 SelectUSA Summit brought together more than 4,000 participants from over 80 markets, all focused on exploring investment opportunities in the United States. Despite ongoing uncertainty in the global economy, interest in U.S. expansion remains strong. Grow Cedar Valley participated in five one-on-one meetings with international companies and had 15 additional speed-networking conversations — each just four minutes long. The format was fast- paced and focused, designed to spark connections and quickly assess alignment between economic development organizations and international companies. GROW CITY UPDATE I 2 CedarValley Page 7 of 24 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONTINUED SELECTUSA - MAY 11-14, 2025 CONTINUED In addition, Grow Cedar Valley cosponsored the State of Iowa booth and had the opportunity for even more conversations with global prospects. Beyond the summit floor, GCV was honored to attend embassy receptions hosted by the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Germany. These events allowed us to further connect with international companies and the embassy's that represent them and their country. Our message was clear: international companies are actively looking for the right place to land in the U.S., and we want to put the Cedar Valley firmly on their map. PLANNED LEAD GENERATION INITIATIVES THROUGH JUNE 2025 Plans are in place to conduct 5-7 one-on-one meetings with Dutch-based companies in the Netherlands during the week of June 8. Appointment scheduling is currently underway. FY26-27 EXTERNAL MARKETING INITIATIVES Initiatives for the next fiscal year are currently being prepared along with the budget. Information on these initiatives will be shared with city officials after Grow Cedar Valley's Board of Directors approves the budget in July 2025. Grow Cedar Valley Assisted Projects Renewal by Anderson - GCV connected the company to a developer who is constructing an ii,000/sf warehouse showroom in Phase 2 MidPort America. Building Completion - May 2025 Celignis USA Corp. - Initially identified through IEDA conversation at World BioMarket. Company is leasing io,000/sf in Waterloo to service the bio-economy in the US by analyzing and providing real time data to their ag customers in the US. Company is based in Limerick, Ireland. International Paper- GCV was reached out by a Omaha Broker in July 2024 and referred the broker to the City. Project moved quickly from there for the City. GCV still maintains local contact through BRE outreach and services regarding talent and workforce GROW CITY UPDATE I 3 CedarValley Page 8 of 24 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONTINUED OPPORTUNITIES & PROJECTS EXISTING CAPITAL JOB EXTERNAL BUSINESS INVESTMENT POTENTIAL PROJECTS PROJECTS NEW* $5.624 B 5,135 18 1 TOTAL ACTIVE $6.256 B 5,176 38 3 *Includes new projects occurring between December, 2024 through April 30, 2025; some projects occurring during this timeline minus those that may have eliminated Waterloo during that same period. Note: Job Potential and Capital Investment won't correlate; some projects don't provide both or either figure. Information available depends on the project's stage; some projects are more advanced than others. Virtual Prospect Meetings: 1 Prospect Visits: 1 Prospect Proposals Sent: 19 (including distributing materials on ALO sites and buildings during in-person meetings with companies) ADDED BENEFITS RIBBON CUTTINGS: Grow Cedar Valley and our Ambassadors attended and helped facilitate 13 ribbon-cutting events for Waterloo businesses. PREMIUM JOB LISTING: As an Innovator Tier investor, the City of Waterloo has access to Premium Job Postings. This benefit gives your job openings added visibility and helps connect you with top talent across the region. GROW CITY UPDATE I 4 44 CedarValley Page 9 of 24 BUSINESS RETENTION AND EXPANSION Grow Cedar Valley's Business Services program is dedicated to supporting existing businesses in the Cedar Valley by providing direct access to resources that promote stability and growth. Services include assistance with workforce and talent development, connections to local and state incentives, and support navigating regulatory or operational challenges. By working closely with community and statewide partners, the program helps businesses stay competitive and successfully plan for the future. Data collected through our BRE visits is shared with the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) to contribute to statewide reporting and strategic planning. While we continue to emphasize manufacturing, the program has expanded to include all sectors, allowing us to better understand and support the broader business community across the Cedar Valley. Current trends show a slowdown in production tied to the softening ag economy,while many employers are seeing some improvements in overall workforce availability. Challenges remain in filling specialized positions, and there has been growing interest in utility options, workforce programs, legislative developments, and opportunities for businesses to become more engaged and visible in the community. *As of May 15, 2025 50 Business visits completed or scheduled 2,500+ employees at these businesses 29 Businesses located in Waterloo Several businesses have noted they would like to expand in the coming years. Our team will continue to communicate with them and assist in any way needed. CITY UPDATE I 5 GROW CedarValley Page 10 of 24 GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS & ADVOCACY Grow Cedar Valley serves as the unified voice for the Cedar Valley, advocating for policies that support economic growth and community well-being. The 2025 legislative priorities focus on Talent Development, Economic Development, Education and Complementary Priorities such as alignment of local infrastructure needs with federal infrastructure initiatives. These priorities shape our work with policymakers to help maintain a balanced and strong community and business climate—one that supports existing businesses and attracts new ones looking to locate in the Cedar Valley. Grow Cedar Valley hosts legislative events throughout the year to connect constituents with their elected officials and provide timely updates on state policy.Attendance continues to grow, reflecting strong community interest and engagement.Additional events are planned in the coming years to expand these opportunities. Staff have been strengthening relationships with state officials and organizations such as the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Iowa Association of Business and Industry, Professional Developers of Iowa, and the Iowa Business Council. These connections have already brought key stakeholders to the Cedar Valley,with more visits planned in the coming months, creating opportunities to highlight local businesses and regional strengths. We expect these relationships to continue growing in the coming years, further increasing visibility and recognition for the Cedar Valley. *As of May 15, 2025 Friday Forum: 7 Events with 231 total attendees Pre-Legislative Reception: 76 Attendees CITY UPDATE I 6 GROW CedarValley Page 11 of 24 TALENT & WORKFORCE POPULATION STUDY In response to the forecasted population decline in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls MSA, Grow Cedar Valley is partnering with a consultant to conduct an in-depth population study aimed at identifying the root causes and uncovering best practices for sustainable solutions. The findings will serve as the foundation for a public and private sector action plan over the next decade, strategically addressing these challenges to ensure long-term regional growth. On January 10th,we issued a Request for Proposal (RFP)to consultants across the United States, seeking the right partner to lead this important study. Proposals were due to Grow Cedar Valley by February 21st, and we were thrilled to receive 15 strong and competitive proposals from consultants nationwide. We interviewed 5 strong candidates in March and ended up selecting the consulting firm CivicSol out of Austin, Texas. CivicSol brings extensive experience in community-driven research and strategic planning. Their collaborative approach aligns perfectly with our commitment to inclusive, data-informed decision-making. We held our kick-off meeting with the consultant and our steering committee (comprised of 23 local leaders) on Monday, May 5t''. The study is planned to wrap up in November 2025. TALENT AND WORKFORCE ECOSYSTEM Grow Cedar Valley is developing a regional Talent and Workforce Ecosystem to strengthen connections between employers, education partners, and workforce service providers. Over the past several months, we gathered feedback from businesses, educational institutions, and nonprofits to help shape the vision for the ecosystem. Based on their input, we are designing a web-based platform that will connect employers to resources that support workforce development. CITY UPDATE I 7 GROW CedarValley Page 12 of 24 TALENT & WORKFORCE CONTINUED TALENT AND WORKFORCE ECOSYSTEM CONTINUED To start activating the ecosystem, we launched HR Lunch &Learn sessions where local HR professionals can learn about community resources that directly support their workforce needs. So far, topics have included: • Childcare resources for employees • Hiring and supporting immigrants and refugees The Workforce and Talent Ecosystem will help employers better access the partnerships and support systems they need to grow and strengthen their workforce. CEDAR VALLEY MANUFACTURER'S ASSOCIATION The Cedar Valley Manufacturer's Association (CVMA) is made up of approximately 17 manufacturing companies, along with several regional support partners including Grow Cedar Valley. Dennis Schilling of Power Engineering and Manufacturing currently serves as CVMA President. CVMA meets quarterly to collaborate on shared workforce challenges and drive progress around key priorities identified by Cedar Valley manufacturers: • Support the alignment of the IGNITE program between K-12 and higher education to strengthen the talent pipeline into manufacturing careers. • Increase early exposure to manufacturing, starting in grade school, with the goal of building a future workforce that reflects the demographics of the broader Cedar Valley community. This year, CVMA businesses have started partnering with local schools to deliver hands-on activities for 8th and 9th graders, giving students a chance to learn about manufacturing careers and the wide range of companies in the region. In addition, CVMA members have begun hosting tours of their facilities for one another to build stronger connections, share best practices, and explore opportunities for collaboration. Through these efforts, CVMA is helping to strengthen the future of the Cedar Valley's manufacturing workforce and ensure local companies remain competitive and well-supported. GROW CITY UPDATE I 8 14 CedarValley Page 13 of 24 TALENT & WORKFORCE CONTINUED COMMUNITY CHAMPION PROGRAM Grow Cedar Valley is continuing to participate in the State of Iowa's Community Champion initiative to support talent attraction across the region.As part of this effort, Stephanie Detweiler has personally connected with 100 individuals who expressed interest in moving to Iowa through the This is Iowa campaign. These one-on-one conversations are helping build early relationships and set the stage for a meaningful connection to the Cedar Valley if and when they decide to relocate. CEDAR VALLEY INTERN CONNECT We're currently planning for the 2025 Cedar Valley Intern Connect program and increasing our capacity to include more interns this summer.After receiving great feedback from last year's participants,we're building on what worked and making the experience even more engaging to help interns connect with each other and feel more connected in the Cedar Valley. This year, Grow Cedar Valley was selected by students in UNI's Nonprofit Leadership Alliance (NLA) program as one of their class projects. The students have been working alongside us to help shape this summer's events, offering valuable insight into what would make the program most meaningful from an intern's perspective. Their ideas and energy have been a great addition to the planning process. WORKFORCE RESOURCE & CONNECTOR At Grow Cedar Valley, one of our key roles is being a connector—making sure people, resources, and opportunities are aligned to support both our employers and our workforce. Over the past few months,we've partnered closely with Iowa Workforce Development to support salaried workers impacted by layoffs at John Deere. We've sponsored and promoted all three job fairs and joined the informational sessions to make sure individuals know about local resources and that they're not in this alone. We also hosted the Q4 meeting of the Iowa Workforce Alliance here in the Cedar Valley, bringing together workforce leaders from across the state to share ideas, challenges, and ways to better align efforts. GROW CITY UPDATE I 9 44 CedarValley Page 14 of 24 TALENT & WORKFORCE CONTINUED WORKFORCE RESOURCE & CONNECTOR CONTINUED In addition,we continue to support equity and access through ongoing involvement in the Advancing Equity in the Cedar Valley initiative,where Stephanie serves on the Workforce Sector Committee. She also sits on the board of Cedar Valley SHRM and the Planning and Operations Committee of the Northeast Iowa Workforce Development Board. These roles help ensure Grow Cedar Valley's workforce efforts stay aligned with both local needs and broader regional strategies, while strengthening collaboration across the workforce system. CEDAR VALLEY YOUNG PROFESSIONALS Since launching with our first event in January, CVYP has gained strong traction across the Cedar Valley. Monthly events—ranging from informal networking to professional development—have seen growing attendance, affirming the strong demand for a program that connects and engages young professionals. From January 2024 through May 2025, 274 young professionals attended 5 CVYP events. Each gathering provides opportunities for participants to build relationships, develop new skills, and find meaningful connection within the region.As interest continues to grow, CVYP is quickly becoming a key part of our broader strategy to retain talent, foster leadership, and strengthen the future of the Cedar Valley. LIVE THE VALLEY Live the Valley is a talent attraction and retention initiative designed to spotlight the unique advantages of life and work in the Cedar Valley. We are currently developing a new website for Live the Valley to better showcase the area's affordable cost of living, unique career opportunities and high quality of life. Through this platform, Live the Valley connects businesses and potential residents alike to what makes this region exceptional. CEDAR VALLEY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE The 2024/2025 Cedar Valley Leadership Institute class officially wrapped up in May, with all 47 participants successfully completing their 8 sessions and 5 community impact projects. This group of emerging leaders dedicated eight months to learning, connecting, and making a difference in the Cedar Valley. GROW CITY UPDATE I 10 14 CedarValley Page 15 of 24 NETWORKING & EDUCATION Grow Cedar Valley hosted several impactful events, drawing significant participation from our community and bringing together community professionals and leaders to engage, learn, and contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the Cedar Valley. In December 2024 through May 2025, Grow Cedar Valley hosted more than 1,599 people at the following events: 5 Friday Forums 2 Good Morning Cedar Valley's 1 Lunch &Learn: The Future of Work 1 Power Networking 2 Business After Hours Annual Celebration 2 New Investor Briefings Leadercast: Legacy of Impact 1 Wake Up YP CVLI Graduation 3 CVYP Social Hours UPCOMING EVENTS Join us in the coming months for a series of exciting community events you won't want to miss! June 13 — Friday Forum June 26 — Good Morning Cedar Valley August 7 — Business After Hours September 18 — Good Morning Cedar Valley September 24 — GCV Golf Classic October 30 — Opportunity Summit November 6 — Business After Hours November 13 — Small Business & Startup Summit December 11- Good Morning Cedar Valley GROW CITY UPDATE I 11 CerarValley Page 16 of 24 CONNECT WITH THE TEAM If you'd like to learn more about our efforts and how we support the Cedar Valley businesses and communities, please reach out to us. We're here to help. Katy Susong, CEO & President katy@growcedarvalley.com Stephanie Detweiler, PHR, Director of Talent &Workforce stephanie@growcedarvalley.com Steve Firman, Director of Government Affairs steve@growcedarvalley.com Erin Langenberg, Director of Events & Engagement erin@growcedarvalley.com Adrienne Miller, Director of Business Services &Advocacy adrienne@growcedarvalley.com Jamie Orr, Director of Marketing jamie@growcedarvalley.com Kelsey Schroeder, Office Manager kelsey@growcedarvalley.com Jim Schaefer, IOM, Director of Investor Relations jim@growcedarvalley.com Lisa Rivera Skubal, CEcD, VP of Economic Development lisa@growcedarvalley.com Sandi Sommerfelt,VP of Operations sandi@growcedarvalley.com CITY UPDATE 12 GROW CedarValley Page 17 of 24 5-2-13: FIREWORKS: A. Definition: The sale and use of fireworks is subject to the definitions enumerated in Iowa Code sections 100.19 and 727.2, as amended,which definitions are incorporated herein by this reference. B. Prohibitions And Use: 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to use or explode any consumer fireworks within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo except on July 3 and-4 of each year between the hours of twelve o'clock (12:00) noon and eleven o'clock (11:00) P.M. . and December 31 of each year between the hours of twelve o'clock (12:00) noon and twelve thirty o'clock A.M. Any additional days of allowed use may be designated by resolution of council if adopted between the dates of January 1 and March 1 of each year to apply the same calendar year. This section shall not apply to novelty fireworks as defined by Iowa Code section 727.2. 2. The use of consumer fireworks that mimic display fireworks or rise to one hundred fifty (150) decibels or to two hundred ten feet (210') elevation is banned from use at all times within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo unless the user has obtained a permit as provided in subsection D below. 3. Consistent with the Code of Iowa, use of fireworks within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo, when such occurs on July 3 and 4, and December 31 shall only occur on the user's owned real property, or on real property where the owner has given consent prior to use. Use of fireworks, unless a permit has been obtained, is not allowed on city- owned property, public sidewalks, rights of way, streets, parks, or parking lots. 4. It shall be prohibited to direct the use of consumer fireworks in any direction other than onto the user's owned real property or the real property where the owner has given prior consent. 5. All consumer firework debris shall be removed from the user's real property or wherever such use has resulted in its debris being located. C. Exceptions: This section shall not apply to the use of blank cartridges for a show or the theater, for signal purposes in athletic sports or by railroads or trucks for signal purposes, or by a recognized military organization, or for use in military funerals. Provided further, this section does not apply to any substance or composition prepared and sold for medicinal or fumigation purposes. D. Enforcement: 1. Citations for violations of this section 5-2-13 shall be directed to the person observed/found to have committed the violation or the owner of real property on which the evidence of violation exists. Furthermore, where evidence of violation of noise or nuisance ordinances exists, such citations may also be written. Page 18 of 24 2. The vendors of fireworks shall be monitored during sales periods as to type of consumer fireworks sold and for compliance with subsection 5-2-13(F). E. Permit: Subsection B of this section shall not apply to anyone who has applied in writing and has received approval from the Council for the use of consumer fireworks or display fireworks anywhere in the City on any date when the fireworks display will be handled by a professional operator, as referenced in section 9-2C-4 of this code. F. Sales: A seller of consumer fireworks must possess a license from the State Fire Marshal.Any retailer or community group selling consumer fireworks must prominently display, at the entrance and exit sites, signs informing customers that the use of consumer fireworks is prohibited within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo except as authorized by this section. G. Violation: A violation of this section is a simple misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00). (Ord. 5485, 2-18-2019; amd. Ord. 5568, 8-17-2020; Ord. 5598, 5-17-2021; Ord. 5683, 1-17-2023) Page 19 of 24 Prepared LeAnn M. Even, Deputy City Clerk, City of Waterloo, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, IA 50703, (319) 291-4323. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-110 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DATES OF FIREWORKS USE FOR JULY 4TH AND JULY 5TH, 2025. WHEREAS, the State of Iowa and the City of Waterloo recognize the cultural significance and communal enjoyment associated with the use of fireworks during Independence Day celebrations; and WHEREAS, the City Council aims to ensure public safety and maintain community standards while allowing the use of fireworks within the city limits during the designated holiday period; and WHEREAS, it is necessary to establish specific dates and permissible time frames for the use of consumer-grade fireworks to ensure orderly and safe celebrations. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waterloo as follows: 1. That the use of consumer fireworks shall be permitted within the City of Waterloo on the following dates: • Friday, July 4, 2025 • Saturday, July 5, 2025 2. That the permissible hours for the discharge of fireworks on the aforementioned dates shall be from 12:00 p.m. (noon) to 11:00 p.m. 3. That all fireworks usage shall comply with applicable state laws and local ordinances, including restrictions on noise and safety regulations. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 17f'day of February 2025. 62ccerc�cn �f�r� Quentin Hart, Mayor ATTEST: "fley Felchle SIGNED ke Kelley Felchle, City Clerk SEAL 0* WA r4 0 tj T4s Page 20 of 24 5-2-13: FIREWORKS: A. Definition: The sale and use of fireworks is subject to the definitions enumerated in Iowa Code sections 100.19 and 727.2, as amended, which definitions are incorporated herein by this reference. B. Prohibitions And Use: 1. It shall be unlawful for any person to use or explode any consumer fireworks within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo except on July 4 of each year between the hours of twelve o'clock(12:00) noon and eleven o'clock(11:00) P.M. Any additional days of allowed use may be designated by resolution of council if adopted between the dates of January 1 and March 1 of each year to apply the same calendar year. This section shall not apply to novelty fireworks as defined by Iowa Code section 727.2. 2. The use of consumer fireworks that mimic display fireworks or rise to one hundred fifty(150)decibels or to two hundred ten feet(210')elevation is banned from use at all times within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo unless the user has obtained a permit as provided in subsection D below. 3. Consistent with the Code of Iowa, use of fireworks within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo, when such occurs on July 4, shall only occur on the user's owned real property, or on real property where the owner has given consent prior to use. Use of fireworks, unless a permit has been obtained, is not allowed on city-owned property, public sidewalks, rights of way, streets, parks, or parking lots. 4. It shall be prohibited to direct the use of consumer fireworks in any direction other than onto the user's owned real property or the real property where the owner has given prior consent. 5. All consumer firework debris shall be removed from the user's real property or wherever such use has resulted in its debris being located. C. Exceptions: This section shall not apply to the use of blank cartridges for a show or the theater, for signal purposes in athletic sports or by railroads or trucks for signal purposes, or by a recognized military organization, or for use in military funerals. Provided further, this section does not apply to any substance or composition prepared and sold for medicinal or fumigation purposes. D. Enforcement: 1. Citations for violations of this section 5-2-13 shall be directed to the person observed/found to have committed the violation or the owner of real property on which the evidence of violation exists. Furthermore, where evidence of violation of noise or nuisance ordinances exists, such citations may also be written. 2. The vendors of fireworks shall be monitored during sales periods as to type of consumer fireworks sold and for compliance with subsection 5-2-13(F). E. Permit: Subsection B of this section shall not apply to anyone who has applied in writing and has received approval from the Council for the use of consumer fireworks or display fireworks anywhere in the City on any date when the fireworks display will be handled by a professional operator, as referenced in section 9-2C-4 of this code. F. Sales: A seller of consumer fireworks must possess a license from the State Fire Marshal. Any retailer or community group selling consumer fireworks must prominently display, at the entrance and exit sites, signs informing customers that the use of consumer fireworks is prohibited within the corporate limits of the City of Waterloo except as authorized by this section. G. Violation: A violation of this section is a simple misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00). (Ord. 5485, 2-18-2019; amd. Ord. 5568, 8-17-2020; Ord. 5598, 5-17-2021; Ord. 5683, 1-17-2023) Page 21 of 24 OF Tg�sT t� C C7 STATE OF IOWA KIM REYNOLDS GOVERNOR May 19,2025 The Honorable Paul Pate Secretary of State of Iowa State Capitol Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Dear Mr. Secretary, I hereby transmit: Senate File 303, an Act relating to county and city regulation of consumer fireworks. The above Senate File is hereby approved on this date. Sincerely, AKitnRe lds Governor of Iowa cc: Secretary of the Senate Clerk of the House STATE CAPITOL DES MOINES, IOWA 50319 515.281.5211 FAQ:515.725.3527 WWW.GOVERNOR.IOWA.GOV Page 22 of 24 vni uw ni^Hr a L EP}'t ztn LL Mi�u T41 "tnn!g1011nY[IIIY[IYdY_ •- L° E�ST�iIIIIIII[IIIIT�II1f>mllQllllllll3:!1::::'.''.: i x .�UtilillE!IIiE1Si ,.. . "•I ssU I "'—.ii!":.ii•'i!tltil:::'i: I II ; f Il;li!Ilililfi:.'.lr:'I' �� 'A!1'.s Q Isis 111111[1II11►sisoca�u111Rt111111i1n1oaraunYlEstta,lrlsms,-...aauu1Y111f1dllllmmt.n.......::runueidRli..... 71?ItY0Imi11tLrrc•=c-,,.urusntna YYII!fYlr91Y Senate File 303 AN ACT RELATING TO COUNTY AND CITY REGULATION OF CONSUMER FIREWORKS. BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF IOWA: Section 1 . Section 331. 301, subsection 17, Code 2025, is amended to read as follows : 17 . The board of supervisors may by ordinance or resolution prohibit or limit the use of consumer fireworks or display fireworks, as described in section 727 . 2, on any day other than July 3, July 4, and December 31 in accordance with section 727 . 2, subsection 4, if the board determines that the use of such devices would constitute a threat to public safety or private property, or if the board determines that the use of such devices would constitute a nuisance to neighboring landowners . Sec. 2. Section 364 . 2, subsection 6, Code 2025, is amended to read as follows: 6 . A city council may by ordinance or resolution prohibit or limit the use of consumer fireworks, display fireworks, or Page 2 of 24 Senate File 303, p. 2 novelties, as described in section 727 . 2, on any day other than July 3 , July 4, and December 31 in accordance with section 727 . 2, subsection 4. AMY SING IR PAT GRASSLEY President of the Senate Speaker of the House I hereby certify that this bill originated in the Senate and is known as Senate File 303, Ninety-first General Assembly. W. CHARLES SMITHSON Secre ry o he Senate Approved 2025 KIM RAgNOLDS Governor Page 2 of 24